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Armed Forces of Ukraine

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The Armed Forces of Ukraine are a military formation that, in accordance with the Constitution of Ukraine, is entrusted with the defense of the state, the protection of its sovereignty, territorial integrity, and inviolability. They were created on August 24, 1991, after the declaration of independence, inheriting a significant military potential of the former USSR. Throughout their history, the Armed Forces of Ukraine have actively participated in international peacekeeping missions, and since 2014, they have been confronting large-scale aggression by the Russian Federation. The modern Armed Forces of Ukraine demonstrate a high level of professionalism, courage, and resilience, having gained recognition as one of the most combat-ready armies in the world. They successfully adapt new forms and methods of conducting military operations, actively implementing NATO standards.
1991
Creation of the Armed Forces of Ukraine after the declaration of independence
1996
Ukraine completed nuclear disarmament, becoming the first state to voluntarily renounce its nuclear arsenal
2000
Active participation in international peacekeeping operations under the auspices of the UN
2014
Organization of defense and deterrence of Russian aggression in eastern Ukraine
2016
Inclusion of Special Operations Forces and Air Assault Forces as separate branches of service
2020
Obtaining the status of an Enhanced Opportunities Partner of NATO
2022
Successful defense of the capital and liberation of northern regions from occupation forces
2022
Conducting an effective Kharkiv counteroffensive and liberating significant territories
2022
Liberation of the city of Kherson and the right bank of the Kherson region
2024
Introduction of Unmanned Systems Forces as a separate branch of service
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"It has dealt a significant blow to the reputation of the Russian Federation, and specifically to Putin": a political scientist assessed the political consequences of the events in the Kursk region

The entry of the Ukrainian Armed Forces into the territory of the Russian Federation dealt a significant blow to Putin's reputation and showed the incapacity of the Russian authorities. This may affect Ukraine's position at the upcoming Peace Summit and the attitude of partners to Russia's “red lines.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 10:54 AM • 113980 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces may have used British Challenger 2 tanks during operation in Kursk region - media

The Ukrainian Armed Forces allegedly used British Challenger 2 tanks during an offensive in the Kursk region of Russia. This may be the first time that these tanks have been used by Ukrainian troops in Russia.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 10:34 AM • 23925 views
RF is redeploying rear units and reserves to Kursk region - National Guard spokesman

Russia is redeploying rear units and reserves to the Kursk region, while activity and the pace of assaults on the front remain high. In the Pokrovsk direction, there were 9 clashes, and in the eastern directions, the National Guard repelled 19 attacks.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 09:09 AM • 32069 views
The first ground-based fire-fighting robot in Ukraine has been approved for use in the Armed Forces of Ukraine

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has allowed the first domestic robotic fire extinguishing complex to be put into operation in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The robot can operate at a distance of up to 2 km from the operator and can be used in dangerous situations.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 08:59 AM • 29595 views
SSU has detained Russia's informant who was spying on HIMARS systems in the Pokrovsk direction

The SBU (Security Service of Ukraine) has detained a resident of Myrnograd - an informant of the Russian Federation, who was spying on HIMARS in the Pokrovsk direction. The suspect faces up to 8 years in prison.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 08:43 AM • 26386 views
There were 58 battles on the Pokrovsk direction over the past day - General Staff

Over the course of the day, there were 165 combat clashes, the most on the Pokrovsk direction - 58. The enemy carried out 5 missile and 58 air strikes, conducted 4,365 shellings, including 135 from MLRS.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 05:53 AM • 34549 views
In Poltava region air raid alerts were announced 9 times in 24 hours: no hits on civilian infrastructure were recorded

In the Poltava region, air raid alerts were announced 9 times in 24 hours, with a total duration of more than 6 hours. Thanks to the work of the Defense Forces, no hits on civilian infrastructure and no casualties were recorded.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 05:34 AM • 30878 views
Plus 1,220 invaders, an aircraft, and 50 UAVs: the General Staff has updated data on enemy losses

Over the past day, the Russian army lost 1,220 military personnel, an aircraft, and 50 drones in Ukraine. The total losses of the enemy since the beginning of the war have reached about 595,620 people.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 04:50 AM • 28998 views
There were 153 combat engagements in the frontline: the enemy lost over 250 troops in the Pokrovsk sector

There were 153 combat engagements in the frontline. The enemy was most active in the Pokrovsk sector, where the occupants lost over 250 troops and equipment.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 08:46 PM • 41943 views
General Staff confirms strikes on four military airfields in Russia

The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces confirmed a drone attack on four Russian military airfields on the night of August 14. The targets were fuel and aviation ammunition depots at army and combat aviation bases.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 08:33 PM • 34475 views
Russia initiated a conversation with Ukraine on the exchange of prisoners from Kursk region - Lubinets

Ombudsman Lubinets reported on a conversation with the Russian side regarding the exchange of prisoners after the Ukrainian army's offensive in the Kursk region. Ukraine is ready to continue the exchange process, with priority given to the seriously wounded and women.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 07:24 PM • 103569 views
We are achieving a strategic goal: Zelensky spoke about the advance of the Armed Forces in the Kursk region

The President of Ukraine reported on the Armed Forces' advance in the Kursk region and work with partners on long-range weapons. Zelenskyy also thanked the military for strikes on Russian airfields.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 05:13 PM • 108600 views
Ukraine's largest attack: satellite photos of the aftermath of the strike on the Russian airfield in Borysoglebsk have emerged

At the Borisoglebsk military airfield in the Voronezh region of the Russian Federation, hangars were found destroyed after a nighttime attack by Ukrainian drones. This is part of a large-scale operation by the Ukrainian Armed Forces against four Russian military airfields.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 02:05 PM • 26288 views
Russia sent cadets from colleges to war in Ukraine to replace units that were redeployed to Kursk region - ATESH

Russia has moved some troops from Ukraine to protect the Kursk region. In their place, cadets from military universities were sent to the trenches and are now gaining combat experience in the Kherson region.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 01:46 PM • 31791 views
Ukraine is creating a "security zone" on the territory of the Russian Federation near the border: what is it about

Deputy Prime Minister Vereshchuk announced the creation of a security zone on the territory of the Russian Federation near the border with Ukraine. It is planned to conduct humanitarian operations, open evacuation corridors and allow international organizations to enter.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 01:44 PM • 17623 views
"Eyes" of Russian air defense: Ukrainian counterintelligence destroyed Russian Kasta radar

Military counterintelligence officers of the SBU and the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed a Russian long-range radar "Kasta" in Zaporizhzhia region. This station was the "eyes" of Russian air defense and controlled Ukrainian airspace.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 01:29 PM • 20327 views
Robotic dogs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine: what are their characteristics and what are they used for

The Ukrainian military is using about 30 BAD. 2 robots in the Donetsk sector. These ground drones perform reconnaissance missions, detect mines and track enemy troop movements, reducing risks to soldiers.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 12:57 PM • 114264 views
After the Ukrainian Armed Forces breakthrough in the Kursk region: Russia is urgently looking for volunteers to build new defense lines

After Ukraine's offensive in the Kursk region, Russia began to massively build new defense lines. Dozens of vacancies for construction workers with salaries of up to 371 thousand rubles for 60 days of work appeared on Russian websites.

Society • August 14, 12:47 PM • 19083 views
Mobilization of men aged 18 to 25: The Rada may fix the legislative conflict at the next meeting

The Verkhovna Rada is considering a draft law to resolve a conflict regarding the mobilization of men aged 18-25. The document stipulates that such persons will not be subject to conscription until they reach the age of 25, except in cases of voluntary consent.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 12:31 PM • 31899 views
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine calls on Ukrainians and foreigners to refrain from visiting the combat zone without special permission

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine warns of the danger of unauthorized stay in the areas of hostilities. Citizens and foreigners are urged to follow the rules of movement, especially in the 20-kilometer border zone of Sumy region.

Society • August 14, 12:24 PM • 20872 views
They deliver ammunition and reconnoiter the area: Ukrainian defense forces use robotic dogs at the front

The Ukrainian military is using British BAD. 2 robots for reconnaissance and cargo transportation. More than 30 of these devices are already operating at the front, helping to detect mines and enemy positions.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 11:58 AM • 24534 views
Specially planned operation: source confirms SBU and Defense Forces drones worked on 4 Russian military airfields

The largest operation against Russian airfields was carried out. The airfields of Voronezh, Kursk, Savasleyka and Borisoglebsk were attacked to prevent the enemy from using them to launch missile strikes on the front line and Ukrainian cities.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 11:10 AM • 32988 views
Search and destruction of the enemy in Suzha completed - Syrskyi

Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrsky reported on the completion of the operation in Sudzha and the advance of 1-2 km in Kursk region. 100 Russian soldiers were captured, and the enemy's main efforts are concentrated in the Donetsk sector.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 11:03 AM • 31752 views
Supply of winter clothes and footwear for the Armed Forces of Ukraine started - Ministry of Defense

The Defense Ministry's procurement agency has started supplying winter clothing to the Armed Forces. The total amount of supplies is UAH 2.6 billion, and the deadline is the end of 2024.

Society • August 14, 10:57 AM • 113619 views
President of Finland supports Ukraine's right to operate in Kursk region

Alexander Stubb said that Ukraine has the right to defend itself against Russian aggression in the Kursk region. He also confirmed that Ukraine could use Finnish weapons on Russian territory.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 10:57 AM • 39519 views
Why Russians want to take IDPs from Kursk region to the TOT of Ukraine and new fakes of propaganda - told by the National Security and Defense Council's Center for Political Analysis

Russian authorities want to hide the truth about the situation in the Kursk region. Russian propaganda is spreading new fakes about the events in the region, including fictitious killings of civilians and exaggerated losses of the Ukrainian armed forces.

News of the World • August 14, 10:09 AM • 17536 views
"Cinema for Victory!" can come to any community: how to participate in the competition

"Cinema for Victory!" can come to any community: how to participate in the competition.

Society • August 14, 08:49 AM • 15470 views
In just two months of summer, Poroshenko enriched himself by more than 38 million - NACP portal

According to the declarations filed in June and July, the leader of the European Solidarity faction, Petro Poroshenko, became richer by more than 38 million 200 thousand hryvnias.

Politics • August 14, 08:48 AM • 26692 views
100 kg of gold and almost 2000 kg of silver: the state budget was replenished with precious metals from scrap metal from the Russian Federation

The recycling of destroyed military equipment produced 100 kg of gold, 1900 kg of silver and 25 kg of platinum. In 7 months of 2024, this brought in UAH 24.7 million, and another UAH 18 million is expected by the end of the year.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 08:42 AM • 84431 views
NABU opens case on Shabunin's "business trips" to NACP instead of military service - media

The NABU has opened proceedings to check on what grounds Shabunin received business trips to the NACP from the military unit where he allegedly served. He received UAH 43 thousand per month, including "combat" expenses, without reporting to the military unit for six months.

Politics • August 14, 08:10 AM • 26499 views